So you’ve taken our Machine Basics class but aren’t ready to take a "workshop" and/or feel like you want some more sewing foundation before committing to a bigger project….join us for this 2 session series where we give you a MB refresh and provide an overview of patterns, fabric, cutting, pressing and more all the while making a zipper pouch.

Cost includes material and supplies needed for this workshop.

Please note:

*ALL students who have never used a sewing machine before must take our Machine Basics Class before enrolling in any of our Classes and/or Workshops.

*Drop-in Classes are reserved for returning students and students needing to make-up a missed class. Please do not sign up for these without approval. Email Jennifer@TheSewingRoomAlameda.com with any questions you may have.

Cancellation Policy : 24 hour notice for rescheduling. No-shows and cancelations with less than 24 hours notice will not be refunded or rescheduled. Students may make up missed classes within a month of the missed class. Rescheduling should be done via email. If you know which days will be missed, prior to signing up, please sign up for Drop-in Spots if they are available instead of the series.

Instructor Julie Ann Brown has been teaching Fashion Illustration and Design at The Sewing Room in Alameda since 2019.

Since earning her BFA in Fashion Design at Otis, she worked in Southern California for two decades designing swimwear for labels such as Girlstar, bebe, Lucky Brand, Betsey Johnson, ále by Alessandra Ambrosio, Soluna and Isabella Rose. Her designs have been featured in Vogue, GQ, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, and Sports Illustrated.